Southside, AL
Birmingham
Popular places to visit

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the acclaimed theater scene and mountain views.

Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum during your trip to Leeds. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Southside Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
Awesome service.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Missing pillows. Missing light bulb. Understaffed. The room seemed clean. The one employee there was super friendly and helpful. He got me pillows. The poor guy was there when I arrived at 11pm and still there when I left at 7am. The hotel was totally sold out so that was probably the reason for ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
All was well with the property and staff. There were no Real issues. Did not eat breakfast for travel reasons. Parking was good we used the door closest to our room.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Did stop for breakfast
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
I gave my stay 4 stars. The room was clean and bed were comfortable. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is because the sink was clogged so the water would not drain properly without pulling the stopper out exposing what was clogging it (hair/spit, etc. it was disgusting) and the water pressure ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
The breakfast did not have the quantity to accommodate the amount of guests. Several items ran out and could not be restocked. Omelets were made to order but the ingredients weren't available. The juices were watered down. The glasses were dirty. There was a shortage of plates and utensils.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Southside

Highland Park
While Highland Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.

Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
